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L’Acad\u00e9mie du fran\u00e7ais langue seconde de l’Atlantique inc. (L’AFLSA) specializes in teaching and learning French as a second language to clients in the Atlantic provinces and Canada. The French as a Second Language program enables learners to develop the skills needed to interact effectively in French in work and everyday situations. The AFLSA program is based on rigorous standards for teaching French as a second language in Canada.

AFLSA is in sync with Canada’s Official Languages Act. AFLSA makes its training team and learners aware of the principles of Canada’s Official Languages Act and its objectives, which are to enhance the vitality of official-language minority communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0English as a Second Language (ESL) Training<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The Acad\u00e9mie du fran\u00e7ais langue seconde de l\u2019Atlantique inc. (AFLSA) offers English as a Second Language (ESL) training programs intended for adults \u2013 both professionals and public and private sector employees, as well as organizations seeking to strengthen their workforce\u2019s language skills.

The AFLSA\u2019s ESL training programs are designed using modern, learner-centred pedagogical approaches, combining online interactive learning, structured guidance, and, when required, individual or small-group tutoring. The programs focus on developing core language competencies, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with an emphasis on practical English use in professional and workplace contexts.

The AFLSA is committed to delivering high-quality, flexible, and needs-based ESL training while maintaining strong standards in pedagogy, accessibility, and accountability.
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Our mission<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The mission of L’Acad\u00e9mie du fran\u00e7ais langue seconde de l’Atlantique is to train, in French as a second language (FSL), newcomers, federal and provincial civil servants, as well as any company (public, private, union, association) capable of serving the Acadian and francophone population of Canada.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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Our vision<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Acad\u00e9mie du fran\u00e7ais langue seconde de l’Atlantique is recognized as a symbol of excellence in learning French as a second language in the Atlantic provinces and Canada.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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